Heritage Venue Destination in Ireland’s Ancient East
Heritage buildings stand as proud witnesses to the past, embodying the architectural and cultural legacy of a bygone era.
New Strokestown Park House Tour launched
An enhanced guided tour of the Palladian mansion is now available at this unique heritage visitor experience in the heart of Strokestown Park. Georgian Palladian House This lovingly restored Georgian Palladian house is like a time capsule you can step inside. It is one of the few of these Irish houses to retain all of…
Launch of Strategic Report 2023-33
The Irish Heritage Trust launched its new strategy aimed at securing the future sustainability of Ireland’s built and natural heritage and creating connections between communities and the special properties in its care. Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform, Malcolm Noonan T.D. launched the Strategic Plan 2023-2033 at the historic No. 11 Parnell Square….
Launch of Irish Heritage Trust Guide to Volunteering
In early April, Irish Heritage Trust Volunteers gathered at the beautiful Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens, Wexford where Malcolm Noonan T.D., Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform launched the publication of the Trust’s new Complete Guide to Volunteering. Since the Irish Heritage Trust was established in 2006, it has successfully developed its…
Johnstown Castle Receives CIE Excellence award
We are delighted and honoured to be included as one of the ‘Leinster Visits Merit Award’ winners. The award reflects the hard work, commitment and passion of all our staff at Johnstown Castle. We also have to say a big thank you to our Castle tour volunteers who help so much throughout the year and…
Glass Display by Artist Emma Bourke
Join us for an exclusive event at the National Famine Museum on Sunday 19th February at 3 pm, when Emma will talk about her creative process and the inspiration for her intricate designs.
2025 Famine Summer School – Call for papers
The 2023 Famine Summer School will take place at the National Famine Museum, Strokestown Park, County Roscommon, Ireland on June 22-25, 2023. The theme of the 2023 Famine Summer School is “Famine Journeys and Trails: Communities, Diaspora, Memory”.
The official opening of the National Famine Museum | Strokestown Park
The new National Famine Museum at Strokestown Park House and Gardens, in Co. Roscommon has been officially opened by the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin. The new Museum, which has been developed by the Irish Heritage Trust, in partnership with Fáilte Ireland and owners of the property Westward Holdings,…
State-of-the-art National Famine Museum Opens Doors
The National Famine Museum | Strokestown Park has been transformed with a €5 million investment via Fáilte Ireland and Westward Holdings Ltd in partnership with the Irish Heritage Trust and the doors open on 1st July for visitors to enjoy a new state-of-the-art National Famine Museum, telling the complete story of the Great Famine for…
Experience Photographic History in the Victorian Darkroom
Travel back in time with Strokestown Park’s latest attraction – our rare and intact Victorian Darkroom. This photographic darkroom…
